In the years that followed, Ye Lingling lived with Yu Tianheng and Dugu Yan in the Earl. Yu Tianheng didn't mind this arrangement, since the Earl was quite large and had many rooms, so finding one for Ye Lingling to live in wasn't a big deal.
This is good too. Living in the Earl will ensure the safety of Ye Lingling, Auxiliary System Soul Master with no combat ability. She will play a huge role when she grows up in the future.
After resting for a few days, Yu Tianheng finally remembered the things he couldn't recall.
They then proceeded to the dungeons in Suotuo City criminals were imprisoned.
Bu Le, who offended Yu Tianheng a few days ago, was arrested and has been detained here.
Yu Tianheng also specifically instructed the dungeon guards to take good care of him and make him recount all his past crimes without missing a single word.
Inside the dungeon, the oil lamp flickered dimly. Bu Le lay slumped on the rack, his body covered in crisscrossing whip marks and bloodstains.
He was no longer the arrogant man he once was; under the relentless torture of branding irons and whips, his consciousness was on the verge of collapse.
He finally confessed to all his crimes.
As the pen tip slid crookedly across the parchment, Bu Le revealed all the evil deeds he had committed over the years, including bullying men and women: in the most bustling streets of Suotuo City, he used his Martial Soul to threaten weak women into submission; he sneaked into people's homes at night, transforming into a womanizer to defile their innocence; he even used vigilante justice against those who resisted, with cruel methods that were outrageous.
After writing down each account, he would let out a desperate sob, as if trying to alleviate his inner fear through confession.
But how could that be!
When Yu Tianheng entered the prison where he had been detained for some time, a strong smell of blood hit his nostrils.
He took the confession document from the jailer, his eyes scanning the densely written words, his brows furrowing deeper and deeper.
He thought to himself: This Bu Le is truly a scoundrel, a complete scumbag. How does such a piece of trash even deserve to live in this world? Furthermore, are the enforcers of the two great empires and the Spirit Hall just sitting around doing Bu Le has committed such a heinous crime, yet he can still be so carefree! It's clear that the so-called laws are just a piece of waste paper. If he hadn't run into me, this dog Bu Le would probably have been living happily for quite a while longer.
Yu Tianheng didn't consider himself a good person, but he hadn't done anything heinous or indiscriminately killing innocent people.
Thinking of the suffering of those innocent people, and the desperate and helpless eyes of the victims, his fists clenched involuntarily, and a fierce rage burned in his eyes.
The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Martial Soul unconsciously appeared and disappeared behind Yu Tianheng, its dragon might causing the air in the dungeon to tremble. A surge of killing intent welled up within him; he wished he could immediately execute Bu Le, this scum, on the spot and seek justice for the victims.
But killing Bu Le this would be too lenient on him. Yu Tianheng planned to make good use of Bu Le's infamy to achieve his own goals.
Thinking of this, Yu Tianheng instructed the jailer, "Keep a close watch on him. In three days, I will hold a public trial for Bu Le in front of the entire Suotuo City."
"Yes, Earl Excellency!" the jailer nodded hurriedly.
The jailer was a local of Suotuo City, but he was not Soul Master; he was just an ordinary person. He had heard many stories of Bu Le bullying men and women because of his Soul Master status, but he had no choice but to grit his teeth and endure it due to his own lack of strength.
But now that he has witnessed Bu Le being punished and will soon be publicly tried, he can finally vent his anger.
He felt an indescribable sense of satisfaction, and his admiration for the young Earl Yu Tianheng grew, recognizing him as different from the other nobles in the city.
After leaving the dungeon, Yu Tianheng went to find Immovable Wisdom King Zhao Wuji.
Because of Dugu Bo's threat, this person temporarily submitted to Yu Tianheng and worked under him. Of course, Yu Tianheng did not mistreat him, giving him cultivation techniques and pills to enhance his Soul Power, as well as a large amount of Gold Soul Coin as payment. After a while, Zhao Wuji was willing to work for Yu Tianheng.
A light drizzle fell over Suotuo City in late autumn, the bluestone pavement gleaming coldly. Zhao Wuji finished his cultivation in the courtyard, the Soul Power Entanglement him disappearing into his meridians like a dragon returning to the sea.
Suddenly, footsteps sounded outside the courtyard. The Immovable Wisdom King's eyes sharpened, and upon recognizing Yu Tianheng, he quickly straightened his clothes and stepped forward to bow, "Greetings, Earl!"
Yu Tianheng stepped into the room wearing a black cloak, the hem of which was still covered with unmelted raindrops.
He raised his hand to indicate that Zhao Wuji didn't need to be so polite, then handed over the parchment stained with dark red blood. "Senior Zhao, take a look at this."
The unfolded confession, with its crooked handwriting, densely recorded dozens of heinous acts, ranging from oppressing the people to abducting women, each and every one of which was utterly outrageous.
"Damn it!" Zhao Wuji roared in fury, veins bulging on his thick arms, the confession in his hand clenching so tightly it rattled. "This kind of scum deserves to be beaten to death!"
Yu Tianheng's expression was cold and stern. "This man has two accomplices, E Kao and Tian Ya. Together with Bu Le, they frequently abuse their status as Soul Master to bully the people and commit all sorts of Three Obscene Scoundrels." He paused, his gaze sharp as he looked at Zhao Wuji, "For years, they have been doing whatever they want in Suotuo City, and the people of Soto have suffered greatly at their hands. We hope that you, senior, will take action and completely eradicate this cancer."
Zhao Wuji suddenly straightened up and said loudly, "Please rest assured, Earl, I will definitely capture these two villains."
"Then I'll have to trouble you, Senior Zhao." Yu Tianheng bowed respectfully.
Yu Tianheng then informed Zhao Wuji of the exact locations of E Kao and Tian Ya, Zhao Wuji immediately set off.
Inside a house in Suotuo City.
E Kao's oily face gleamed under the gilded lamp. He was holding two trembling girls, his fat hands tearing at the collar of one of them.
In the next room, Tianya, his Tian Ya wrapped around a dancer's ankle, watched her struggle in terror and let out a grating, grotesque laugh. The stench of alcohol, perfume, and blood mingled in the luxurious private room, creating a nauseating scene.
"Bang!" The carved wooden door shattered, sending wood chips flying. E Kao leaped up reflexively, his Swan Martial Soul instantly activating, and five Soul Ring lit up behind him; Tian Ya quickly summoned his Martial Soul Cleaver, watching the newcomer warily.
"Where did you come from, you stray dog, daring to spoil our fun? Are you tired of living?"
E Kao angrily rebuked Zhao Wuji for barging in.
Zhao Wuji stood still, without saying a word, as a black Soul Ring lit up. He raised his hand and waved it lightly, and a gravity barrier instantly formed, forcing him to kneel on one E Kao.
" Seven-Ring Soul Sage!" Tian Ya's pupils constricted. He never expected that the person who came would be a Seven-Ring Soul Sage. When had they ever offended a powerhouse of this level?
But now was not the time to think about that. Tian Ya planned to escape immediately, but then he saw Zhao Wuji's Third Soul Ring shining brightly.
" Gravity Enhancement!"
The air in the entire private room seemed to turn into lead, Tian Ya's legs were pressed deep into the floor tiles, making a crisp sound of bones cracking.